Art students from Abilene High School, the Academy for Technology, Engineering, Math and Science, and Cooper High School participated in the Regional Visual Arts Scholastic Event competition on Feb. 16 at Abilene High School. VASE is sponsored by the Texas Art Education Association.

This competition begins at the regional level, with nearly 20,000 pieces being submitted for judging in 20 regions across the state. There were 398 entries in the Region 14 event, and AISD students earned a total of 130 medals for their artwork. About 1,600 pieces advance to the state competition. The work of 15 AISD students will advance to the state competition April 5-6 at Bryan High School in Bryan.